StablecoinX Will Unlock 3 Billion ENA Tokens by 2026
Digital asset operators should track how new liquidity waivers will affect treasury management and token supply.
Updated on Oct. 2, 2026 in Economic Indicators
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StablecoinX will gain access to 3.03 billion ENA tokens as contractual restrictions on its holdings are phased out by October 5, 2026. This move allows the firm to utilize these assets for strategic operating needs after the original 48-month lockup concludes.
Why it matters
The waiver provides StablecoinX with greater flexibility in managing its capital, shifting its treasury position from locked assets to potentially liquid holdings. For operators, this highlights the evolving nature of digital asset governance and the impact of contractual shifts on market liquidity.
StablecoinX holds 3.03 billion ENA tokens, equivalent to 20% of the total ENA supply, following the removal of a 48-month lockup. The firm must adhere to a five-business-day notice period for any future token sales.
The players
StablecoinX
A digital asset firm managing treasury holdings and liquidity.
Ethena Foundation
A governance entity overseeing the ENA token ecosystem and waiver protocols.
The details
Under the new waiver signed with Ethena OpCo and the Ethena Foundation, StablecoinX can conduct token sales provided it obtains advance written consent. The Ethena Foundation retains a right of first refusal to purchase any tokens StablecoinX proposes to sell, effectively managing the potential market impact of these holdings. The firm must also provide five business days of written notice prior to any qualifying transaction.
Timeline
October 5, 2026: Official end of contractual restrictions on the tokens.
Market Landscape
The waiver process mirrors the structured exit procedures found in traditional venture capital and equity markets. This transition toward more flexible liquidity management aligns with standard industry practices for treasury asset disposal.
Operators holding similar digital assets should review their own lockup agreements and waiver provisions to determine their liquidity options. Watch for how the Ethena Foundation executes its right of first refusal, as this will set a precedent for future treasury disposal procedures.
The takeaway
The move demonstrates a strategic shift toward utilizing long-held assets for immediate operating requirements. Monitor the Ethena Foundation’s response to future sale notices to gauge how the ecosystem manages supply-side liquidity in the coming years.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by TokenPost.
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